Culture September 11, 2024

2024 MTV VMAs: Chappell Roan, Megan Thee Stallion and more serve major looks on carpet

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Some of the biggest stars in the music industry stepped out on the black carpet for the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards Wednesday night.

Chappell Roan brought the drama on the carpet and arrived in a Renaissance era-inspired gown with a green train. She also accessorized the look with a sword.

Sabrina Carpenter channeled Old Hollywood and arrived in a white sequined gown.

The "Espresso" singer also styled her hair with Marilyn Monroe waves.

Karol G was one of the first artists to arrive. The "QLONA" singer wore a fiery yellow and orange gown with a plunging collared neckline.

She was all smiles as she posed for photos on the carpet.

Going into tonight's show, Taylor Swift led the pack with 12 nominations, including the coveted video of the year award for "Fortnight (feat. Post Malone)." She won the award last year for "Anti-Hero."

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Close behind with nine nods is Swift's "Fortnight" collaborator, Post Malone, whose song with Morgan Wallen, "I Had Some Help," is also up for best collaboration.

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Performers tonight include Shawn Mendes, Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, Eminem and Katy Perry, who will be receiving the Vanguard Award.

Megan Thee Stallion will be hosting the show, which kicks off at 8 p.m. ET at UBS Arena in New York.

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Katy Perry will receive the MTV Michael Jackson Vanguard Award.

See some of the looks from the carpet below:

Taylor Swift

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Taylor Swift arrives to attend the MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, on Sept. 11, 2024.

Chappell Roan

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Chappell Roan attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y., Sept. 11, 2024.

Karol G

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Karol G attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY, Sept. 11, 2024.

Sabrina Carpenter

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Sabrina Carpenter arrives to attend the MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, Sept. 11, 2024.

Katy Perry

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Katy Perry arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards on Sept. 11, 2024, at UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y.

Rauw Alejandro

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Puerto Rican singer Rauw Alejandro arrives to attend the MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, on Sept. 11, 2024.

Lisa

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LISA arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y., Sept. 11, 2024.

Lenny Kravitz

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Lenny Kravitz arrives to attend the MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y., Sept. 11, 2024.

Lola Brooke

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Lola Brooke arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y., Sept. 11, 2024.

Tayshia Adams

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Tayshia Adams attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY, Sept. 11, 2024.

Thuy

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Thuy attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on Sept. 11, 2024, in Elmont, New York.

DJ Khaled

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DJ Khaled attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena, Sept. 11, 2024, in Elmont, N.Y.

Coco Jones

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Coco Jones attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on Sept. 11, 2024, in Elmont, New York.

Fat Joe

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Fat Joe attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on Sept. 11, 2024, in Elmont, New York.

Muni Long

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Muni Long attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on Sept. 11, 2024, in Elmont, New York.

French Montana

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French Montana attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena, Sept. 11, 2024, in Elmont, N.Y.

Miranda Lambert and Brendan McLoughlin

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Miranda Lambert and Brendan McLoughlin attend the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on Sept. 11, 2024, in Elmont, New York.

Cyndi Lauper

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Cyndi Lauper arrives to attend the MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY, Sept. 11, 2024.

Anitta

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Anitta attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y., Sept. 11, 2024.

Le Sserafim

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Huh Yun-jin, Kim Chae-won, Kazuha, Sakura Miyawaki and Hwang Jung-eum of Le Sserafim attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on Sept. 11, 2024, in Elmont, New York.

Shaboozey

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Shaboozey attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on Sept. 11, 2024, in Elmont, New York.

Halle Bailey

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Halle Bailey attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY, Sept. 11, 2024.

Halsey

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Halsey arrives to attend the MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, on Sept. 11, 2024.

Teddy Swims

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Teddy Swims attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on Sept. 11, 2024, in Elmont, New York.

Jordan Chiles

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US gymnast Jordan Chiles arrives to attend the MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, on Sept. 11, 2024.

Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff

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Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff attend the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on Sept. 11, 2024, in Elmont, New York.

Lil Nas X

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US rapper Lil Nas X arrives to attend the MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, on Sept. 11, 2024.

Paris Hilton

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Paris Hilton attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on Sept. 11, 2024, in Elmont, New York.

Benson Boone

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Benson Boone attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on Sept. 11, 2024, in Elmont, New York.

Camila Cabello

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Camila Cabello arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards on Sept. 11, 2024, at UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y.

Megan Thee Stallion

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Megan Thee Stallion attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on Sept. 11, 2024, in Elmont, New York.

Alessandra Ambrosio

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Alessandra Ambrosio attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on Sept. 11, 2024, in Elmont, New York.